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Daily Archives: 23 Jul 2004

Academy Award-winning composer Jerry Goldsmith, who created the memorable music for scores of classic movies and television shows ranging from the “Star Trek” and “Planet of the Apes” series to “The Man from U.N.C.L.E.” and “Dr. Kildare,” has died. He was 75. –Oscar-winning composer Goldsmith dies (CNN/AP)

Queen Victoria, Abraham Lincoln, Florence Nightingale and other characters from history may soon be able to speak again, as scientists perfect techniques to recover the sound from recordings that are far too delicate to be played. –Maggie Shiels –Getting back into the groove (BBC) Thanks for the suggestion, Rosemary.